Recycling Basics Worksheet
A Grade 7 science worksheet covering the basics of recycling, its importance, and common recyclable materials.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability.
1. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of recycling?
Reduces landfill waste
Conserves natural resources
Increases air pollution
Saves energy
2. What symbol indicates that a product is recyclable?
A burning flame
A green leaf
The chasing arrows symbol
A skull and crossbones
3. Recycling helps to reduce the amount of that ends up in landfills.
4. Making products from recycled materials typically uses less than making them from new raw materials.
5. Plastics, paper, glass, and are common materials that can be recycled.
6. Explain in your own words why recycling is important for the environment.
7. All types of plastic can be recycled in the same way.
True
False
8. Recycling paper saves trees and reduces water pollution.
True
False
9. Look at the symbol below. What does it represent in the context of waste management?
